14 Stunning Cabins for Soaking in the U.S.

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With its many geological wonders, a tour of the United States isn’t complete without at least one day spent lounging in natural thermal springs. Mainly prolific in the Western U.S., these water features have curated a cult following, often prompting entire road trips dedicated to hitting as many as possible. While most of them are free to use, they all share a specialized etiquette that’s unlike any other. 

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Many hot springs are clothing optional, meaning respect for your fellow bathers is a keystone of hot spring culture. This also means that taking photos can be difficult and to be wary of where your phone is pointing. At every site, there tends to be something in the water that makes everyone lovely and welcoming, providing the opportunity to shed any hesitancy and hop right in! So put on your bathing suit or your birthday suit because here are 14 cabins near hot springs in the United States.

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1) Antimony Cabin – Antimony, Utah

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1 hour to Mystic Hot Springs

Alimony, abalone, minestrone—while all these words may be fun to say, they lack the poetic luster of antimony. This quaint A-frame is located in the rolling Utah plains south of Mystic Hot Springs. With expansive views and a rustic all-wood interior, you’ll be left in seclusion to live out your Little House on the Prairie fantasy. Take your shoes off, unplug, and enjoy the outdoors.   

Rate: $113

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2) Hansel Creek Gust Tree House – Peshastin, Washington

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2 hours to Goldmyer Hot Springs

Get off the ground and become one with Washington State’s biggest attraction: its unmatched coastal forests with towering Douglas Firs and Hemlocks. This custom-built treehouse is located in the east Cascade mountains near the Bavarian town of Leavenworth, the perfect place to enjoy a cold beer after a long day spent soaking in Goldmyer Hot Springs. Fall in love with the treetop views, and make sure to enjoy your morning coffee on the back deck to enjoy the stream bubbling by. 

Rate: $325

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3) High Sierra Cabin – June Lake, California

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45 minutes to Travertine Hot Springs

Sandwiched between Yosemite National Park and Mammoth Lakes, this 2-bed 1-bath A-frame features a wall of windows that showcase California’s Sierra Mountains. The beloved playground of John Muir, the possibilities here are endless no matter what season it is. Take a hike, try your hand at fishing, hit one of the nearby national parks, or take it easy and travel right up the road to Travertine Hot Springs. Inside the cabin, feel free to relax in front of the fireplace and marvel at the wood interior. 

Rate: $244

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4) Luxury Cabin – Powell Butte, Oregon

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3.5 hours to Bagby Hot Springs

Only a half hour from Bend Oregon, this cabin is surrounded by stunning desert scenery and towering mountains. Take in the views with large windows and vaulted ceilings, and make sure to cook up a feast in the all-inclusive luxury kitchen. If lounging in the nearby hot springs isn’t enough, then there’s also a hot tub right outside where you can wind down from a long day of adventuring. The cabin is located inside Brasada Ranch, which offers horseback riding, yoga, golf, pools, a fitness center, and more for the whole family. 

Rate: $381

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5) Geodesic Dome – Dolan Springs, Arizona

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40 minutes to Ringbolt Hot Springs

Home sweet geo-home! Only a short drive from Arizona’s famous hot springs, this dome is the perfect stay for anyone looking to get out into the desert without straying too far from luxury. According to the listers, it uses sacred geometry to support spiritual wellness while conducting terrestrial and celestial energy. Either way, it’s certainly a magical place where anyone can enjoy some time in the Arizona backcountry. 

Rate: $200

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6) Tropical Treehouse – Arkadelphia, Arkansas

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45 minutes to Hot Springs National Park

Prepare the tiki torches for this treehouse situated 35 feet off the ground. Set back 250 acres in the Arkansas woods, this property comes with tons of amenities including five miles of on-site hiking trails, flower gardens, a waterfall, and an ornamental pool. If that’s not enough, then be sure to take an afternoon cruise on the Toucan Queen, an African-style riverboat available to guests. Right up the road is Hot Springs National Park where you’ll find plenty of soaking opportunities. Either way, you’ll leave this treehouse feeling as if you had disembarked from a jungle safari.  

Rate: $113

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7) Boca de la Roca – Terlingua, Texas

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1 hour to Boquillas Hot Springs

Located on 81 acres of private property and nestled at the base of a mountain, this desert cabin is loaded with windows so you can enjoy the scenery while avoiding the intense Texas heat. Devoid of roads, sounds, and neighbors, this cabin is far enough away from light pollution to offer an unforgettable stargazing experience. The interior is clean and light-filled, showing off the modern touches that provide luxury amidst the cacti. It’s the perfect escape after a long day of soaking in the Texas landscape. 

Rate: $379

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8) Fairbanks Log Cabin – Fairbanks, Alaska

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70 minutes to Chena Hot Springs

This lakefront property in America’s last frontier is the perfect escape to nature, just watch out for any bear or moose! With 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, there’s room for the whole family and friends. The interior boasts log walls, a cozy wood-burning stove, and a fully equipped gourmet kitchen. Outside, you can pick from the multitude of spots to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the local fauna.

Rate: $509

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9) Sundance Getaway – Sundance, Utah

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32 minutes to Homestead Crater Mineral Dome

With local activities available year-round, any time is the perfect time to stay at this Utah A-frame. Within walking distance to Sundance Mountain Resort, you can enjoy snow sports, hiking, or biking right from your front door. The inside is composed of a clean and cozy hygge design, however, if this isn’t relaxing enough then the back porch also features a hot tub and mountain views. 

Rate: $330

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10) The Carriage House – Sundance, Utah

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 1.5 hours to Fifth Water Hot Springs

The Carriage House is the physical manifestation of warm and cozy. Built of wood and stone, it’s a step back in time that still offers modern luxuries. Sit by the fire on the upper deck while a babbling brook flows by or try out the hot tub and outdoor shower while the stars shine overhead. It’s the perfect accompaniment to a day spent enjoying the nearby hot springs and local eateries. 

Rate: $255

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11) Luxe Cabin – Villa Grove, Colorado

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20 minutes to Valley View Hot Springs

Tucked away in the Rocky Mountains is the Luxe Cabin, a spacious lodge that includes a stone fireplace, massive wall of windows, and timber interior. A wraparound deck offers 360-degree views of the mountains and the perfect respite to sit back and have a barbecue after a long day of hitting the nearby trails. If you crave high elevation, there are four 14ers nearby where you can test your lungs. Or you can just stick to the local hot springs just down the road.

Rate: $567

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12) Aspen Gem – Aspen, Colorado

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4.5 hours to Conundrum Hot Springs

The Aspen Gem is a stunning mid-century modern home. Eclectic in just the right way, it’s set back in a meadow and isolated by trees. While staying here, feel free to enjoy a bath with French windows looking out into the nearby forest, or take it outside and into the hot tub while soaking amongst the wildflowers. It’s full of amenities, including a fire pit, pool, bidet, and BBQ grill. As a bonus, nearby Aspen features plenty of restaurants and attractions. 

Rate: $860

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13) The Lodge on Shore Drive – Cascade, Idaho

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34 minutes to Trail Creek Hot Springs

For a cabin in the woods experience in the Idaho panhandle, this cabin provides a comfortable and cozy ambiance that’s still close to the local sights. With an open floor plan and massive vaulted ceilings, the whole place feels like a breath of fresh air where you can sit back and enjoy some mountain views. If you’re looking for some excitement, the nearby Cascade Lake is catching national news for its variety of big fish. 

Rate: $405

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14) Peace of Mine Cabin – Tuolumne Meadows, California

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3 hours to Mono Hot Springs Resort

Located inside Yosemite National Park, this cabin offers a rare opportunity to stay in a world-famous preserved slice of nature while enjoying the comfort of a bed and four walls. The cabin itself is picturesque and its rustic charm fits beautifully into the surrounding landscape. For a relaxing reprieve after a long day of exploring, make sure to enjoy time on the deck while firing up the grill. 

Rate: $406